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A balcony with a view of a beach and ocean.
A coastal view with numerous sailboats on turquoise waters, palm trees, and a distant mountain.
An aerial view of a coastal area with a beach, a marina, and a modern building complex with multiple floors and a flat roof.
A modern restaurant with a bar area, wooden ceiling, and patterned chairs.

1. Airlie Beach Hotel

Airlie Beach Hotel
Airlie Beach
United States
Sandra
£108
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Airlie Beach Hotel
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a bar area in the background, and a view of the interior through large windows.
A buffet with various food options including baked beans, mushrooms, bacon, and sausages.
Two single beds with white linens, a nightstand with a lamp between them, and a wooden headboard.
A conference room with a large table, chairs, water bottles, and a presentation screen.

2. ibis Brisbane Airport Hotel

ibis Brisbane Airport Hotel
Brisbane Airport
Australia
William
£152
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
ibis Brisbane Airport Hotel
A buffet with various fruits and vegetables.
An indoor dining area with tables and chairs, a staircase leading to an upper level, and a wall with greenery.
A poolside area with lounge chairs, a swimming pool, and a sunset sky.
A hotel entrance with a covered area, columns, and a parking lot with cars.

3. Nightelier Mermaid Waters

Nightelier Mermaid Waters
Mermaid Waters
Australia
Sally
£97
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Nightelier Mermaid Waters
A marina with a white yacht docked, a multi-story hotel with balconies and outdoor seating, and a calm water surface reflecting the buildings.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs, a covered area, and a view of a building at dusk.
A marina with numerous boats docked, surrounded by residential buildings with red roofs.
A balcony with a view of a marina, featuring boats docked at the pier.

4. Hope Harbour Hotel Apartments

Hope Harbour Hotel Apartments
Hope Island
Australia
Matthew
£71
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Hope Harbour Hotel Apartments
A staircase leading to a wall with the word "RESTAURANT" in large letters.
A sign with the word "RESTAURANT" on a textured wall.
A balcony with a metal railing, surrounded by lush green trees and a cityscape in the background.
A bar area with red cushioned bar stools, a bar counter with various bottles, and a patterned bench.

5. Soho Brisbane

Soho Brisbane
Spring Hill
Australia
Anonymous traveller
£73
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Soho Brisbane
A pool area with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and umbrellas. There are palm trees and a building with a bar area in the background.
A spacious outdoor lounge area with a high ceiling and a central seating arrangement.
A table set for dining with a clear view of the ocean and palm trees in the background.
A modern outdoor area with a glass-enclosed structure, seating areas, and a pool.

6. Mercure Townsville

Mercure Townsville
Currajong
Australia
tania
£81
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Mercure Townsville
A spacious dining area with wooden beams, plaid carpeting, and green plants hanging from the ceiling.
An outdoor patio area with tables and benches, umbrellas, and palm trees.
An aerial view of a resort with a swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.
A modern building entrance with a covered walkway, potted plants, and a clear sky.

7. Currimundi Hotel Motel

Currimundi Hotel Motel
Battery Hill
Australia
Helen
£75
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Currimundi Hotel Motel
A reception desk with a sign indicating reception hours, a computer, and informational brochures.
A modern hotel lobby with blue seating, a large wall mural, and a wooden floor.
A hotel entrance with a blue sign reading "ibis budget."
A breakfast bar with shelves stocked with dairy products, condiments, and baked goods.

8. Ibis Budget Brisbane Airport

Ibis Budget Brisbane Airport
Hendra
Australia
Gavin
£100
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Ibis Budget Brisbane Airport
A modern hotel room with a large bed, two sofas, a desk, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.
A hotel with a sign advertising renovated rooms, a parking area, and a well-lit facade.
A conference room with a long table and chairs, large windows, and a view of greenery.
A conference room with wooden chairs and tables, large windows with curtains, and a view of buildings outside.

9. Hamilton Brisbane Airport Hotel

Hamilton Brisbane Airport Hotel
Hamilton
Australia
REPEKA
£75
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Hamilton Brisbane Airport Hotel
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a balcony with a view of the sea.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dishwasher, and a stove.
A swimming pool with a hot tub, surrounded by white lounge chairs and a tiled deck.
Living area

10. The Oceanfront Cairns

The Oceanfront Cairns
Cairns North
Australia
Recky
£89
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
The Oceanfront Cairns
A modern interior with a central counter displaying food items, a potted plant, and a brick wall design.
A modern living room with a carpeted floor, several sofas, a coffee table, and a floor lamp.
A spacious lounge area with multiple seating options, large windows, and indoor plants.
A hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a desk with a lamp, and a view of the city at night.

11. Woodroffe Hotel

Woodroffe Hotel
Southport
Australia
Jessie
£87
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Woodroffe Hotel
A bustling indoor dining area with wooden benches and tables, ceiling fans, and string lights.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a TV on the wall.
A dining area with a black table, four chairs, and a vase with flowers.
A commercial laundry area with two washing machines, a dryer, and a control panel.

12. Sunnybank Star Hotel & Apartments

Sunnybank Star Hotel & Apartments
Eight Mile Plains
Australia
Denise
£83
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Sunnybank Star Hotel & Apartments
An aerial view of a water park with various slides and play structures.
A reception area with a marble counter, a large aquarium, and a play area with colorful play structures.
A buffet with labeled fruit and vegetable trays.
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, and floral-patterned pillows.

13. Paradise Resort Gold Coast

Paradise Resort Gold Coast
Surfers Paradise
Australia
Talalelei
£129
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Paradise Resort Gold Coast
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a buffet area, and a seating area with tables and chairs.
A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a side table, a lamp, and a potted plant.
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a waiting area with a sofa and coffee table, and a large pillar.
A spacious lobby with a polished wooden reception desk, seating area, and large arched windows.

14. Rydges Southbank Townsville

Rydges Southbank Townsville
South Townsville
Australia
raj
£90
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Rydges Southbank Townsville
A clear pool surrounded by palm trees and a building with a white facade.
An outdoor dining area with wicker chairs and tables, surrounded by potted plants and palm trees.
An aerial view of a resort with multiple buildings, including a large hotel with a distinctive white roof and a smaller structure with a curved roof. There are palm trees and a swimming pool visible.
A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a sink, and decorative wall art.

15. Colonial Palms Motor Inn

Colonial Palms Motor Inn
Airlie Beach
Australia
Michael
£110
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Colonial Palms Motor Inn
A multi-story hotel with a circular design, featuring balconies and a rooftop terrace.
A modern kitchen with dark wood flooring, white cabinetry, and a dining area with a chair and table.
A compact kitchenette with a refrigerator, coffee maker, and glassware on shelves.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a small table, a chair, a balcony with a view of the city, and a kitchenette.

16. Tower Mill Hotel

Tower Mill Hotel
Spring Hill
Australia
Peter
£86
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Tower Mill Hotel
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a sign for 'The Great Southern Hotel', and a restaurant named 'Restaurant 1903'.
A cityscape with a river, modern buildings, and a mix of architectural styles.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, and two bedside tables with lamps.
The exterior of The Great Southern Hotel with a modern design, a reception area, and a visible Christmas tree.

17. Great Southern Hotel Brisbane

Great Southern Hotel Brisbane
Brisbane Central Business District
Australia
Milica
£67
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Great Southern Hotel Brisbane
An outdoor cafe with wooden tables and chairs, a BISTRO sign, and a view of the street.
A poolside area with a wooden table, two white cushioned chairs, and a red chair.
A bar area with stools, a counter, and shelves with bottles.
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a bedside lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

18. Hotel Allen

Hotel Allen
North Ward
Australia
Nola
£85
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Hotel Allen
A spacious hotel lobby with a high ceiling, a central seating area with sofas and a coffee table, a staircase leading to an upper level, and a reception desk.
A spacious living area with a high ceiling, a ceiling fan, and a chandelier. There are two sofas with patterned cushions and a coffee table in the center. A staircase leads to an upper level.
A pool area with a water feature, palm trees, and a bar area.
A multi-level atrium with palm trees, a staircase, and a dining area with tables and chairs.

19. Cairns Queens Court

Cairns Queens Court
Cairns North
Australia
Peter
£43
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Cairns Queens Court
A pool area with a water slide, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.
A room with a large window offering a view of a body of water, buildings, and palm trees.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, and a window with a view.
A waterfront hotel with a modern architectural style, featuring a prominent glass building in the background, a dock with a small boat, and a pedestrian walkway along the water.

20. Tiki Hotel Surfers Paradise

Tiki Hotel Surfers Paradise
Surfers Paradise
Australia
Matthew
£94
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Tiki Hotel Surfers Paradise
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What are the best 3-star hotels in Northern Australia?
If you're visiting Sydney for your Northern Australia break, you'll find some convenient 3-star hotels. Many Expedia guests choose to stay in Comfort Hotel Sydney City. Around 0.2 mi north of the downtown area, it offers WiFi and a nearby metro station. Another highly recommended escape is Grand Hotel. Book a room here and take advantage of express check-out services and a nearby metro station, and be around 0.2 mi north of the city centre.
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Book a room at a 3-star hotel and you can expect clean and comfortable rooms and conveniences such as free WiFi, fitness equipment and tea and coffee makers. These properties may also offer a restaurant and bar on-site. Upgrade your Northern Australia break by locking in a 4-star hotel. With things like a wellness area, 24-hour room service and premium toiletries, you'll enjoy a higher level of comfort.